He’s batting .120 in his last 19 games…and posted a .200 mark during the month of May. The catcher’s batting power has dropped quicker than his weight…5 HR, 12 RBI…enough for Lou to bench him in favor of back-up Koyie Hill.

Hill, however, is making a strong case to keep the job. He’s strung together a six-game hitting streak, batting .333 during the stretch, and is slugging over .350 with RISP. Wouldn’t bet a penny Hill keeps pace, he’s a career .218 hitter, but you can’t blame Lou for riding the hot-hand. Not that there’s another option anyway.